Springfield public meetings in 2021
17 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will discuss updating aldermanic ward boundaries based on 2020 census data and amending the Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Budget. The meeting includes votes on gas system rates, zoning for event houses, and several infrastructure contracts.
- Ordinance 21-32 to reapportion aldermanic wards using 2020 census data
- Rezoning of 1117 Batts Blvd from Commercial Services District to Core Commercial District
- Task Order No. 3 with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. for $400,000 for Highway 257 water line replacement
- Donation of 15 picnic tables from S3 Recycling Solutions valued at $13,920
- Police Department purchases for body worn cameras ($19,305) and in-car camera systems ($11,850)
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several ordinances regarding gas system rates, event house zoning, and wastewater permit limits. Additional items include ward reapportionment based on 2020 census data and the distribution of employee longevity pay.
- Ordinance 21-28: New schedule of rates and charges for the Springfield Gas System
- Ordinance 21-27: Rezoning two parcels on Tom Austin Highway to Multiple Residential and Office District
- Resolution 21-33: Distribution of longevity pay to all full-time City employees
- Resolution 21-35: Annexation of property owned by C. Roger Blackwood on Blackwood Road
- Public Works bid: $29,500 for traffic cameras awarded to Stansell Electric of Nashville, TN
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will discuss several zoning changes, utility rate adjustments, and municipal contracts. Key items include the disposal of surplus property and the establishment of a landscaping and tree fund.
- Proposal for civil engineering inspection for William A. Batson Parkway Extension to CSR Engineering, Inc. for $883,000
- Rezoning of two parcels on Tom Austin Highway from Agricultural to Multiple Residential and Office
- Bid for demolition of 1100 Central Avenue to Modern Day Wrecking for $71,700
- Purchase of two Dodge Durango patrol vehicles for $84,600
- Ordinance to establish a new schedule of rates and charges for the Springfield Gas System
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board will discuss several zoning changes across the city and amendments to the FY 2022 Annual Budget. The meeting includes votes on a new hotel occupancy privilege tax and various infrastructure and equipment contracts.
- Proposed privilege tax on hotel and motel occupancy
- Rezonings for parcels on West Hillcrest Drive, RA Benton Lane, South Main Street, Hall Lane, New Chapel Road, William A. Batson Parkway, and Tom Austin Highway
- Contract with Community Development Partners for a $50,000 Parks and Recreation Master Plan
- Purchase of a $21,000 police vehicle from the Missouri Highway Patrol surplus program
- Proposed $155,000 reimbursement for public works projects via tax-exempt debt obligations
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will discuss several zoning changes and ordinances, including a new privilege tax on hotel and motel occupancy. The meeting also includes reviews of the FY 2022 budget and various infrastructure contracts.
- Ordinance 21-23 to enact a privilege tax on hotel and motel occupancy
- Concrete construction bid award to Brown Builders, Inc. for $754,287.50
- Engineering services proposal from Griggs & Maloney, Inc. for $305,000
- Conveyance of Bransford Community Center at 1519 John L. Patterson Street for $5,000
- Rezonings for parcels on RA Benton Lane, South Main Street, Hall Lane, New Chapel Road, and William A. Batson Parkway
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several ordinances regarding zoning, property numbering, and hotel taxes. The meeting also includes discussions on utility rate adjustments and various service contracts.
- Rezoning of Highway 41 N and Wallace Road from CG to CS
- Ordinance 21-17 amending the FY 2022 Annual Budget
- Ordinance 21-23 enacting a privilege tax on hotel or motel occupancy
- Resolution 21-26 requesting funding for Highway 431 widening project
- Engineering proposal for East Hillcrest pump station upgrade: $35,000
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider final readings for several ordinances including the annual budget and tax rate. The meeting includes votes on utility rates, city fees, and zoning changes.
- Ordinance 21-07: Adopting the annual budget and tax rate for July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022
- Ordinance 21-11: New schedule of rates and charges for the Springfield wastewater system
- Ordinance 21-12: Rezoning three parcels on 22nd Avenue East from R7 to Multiple Residential and Office (MRO) District
- Ordinance 21-05: New schedule of fees and charges for The Legacy Golf Course
- Resolution 21-19: Annexing property owned by Sabi Kumar in the 16th Civil District
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the annual budget and tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda includes several proposed changes to city fees, zoning ordinances, and utility rates. The body will also consider various infrastructure contracts and department purchases.
- Ordinance 21-07: Adopting the annual budget and tax rate for July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022
- Ordinance 21-11: New schedule of rates and charges for the Springfield wastewater system
- Ordinance 21-12: Rezoning three parcels on 22nd Avenue East from R7 to MRO district
- Grant application for trees on William A. Batson Parkway with a city cost of $10,191.77
- Electric Department purchase of transformers from Border States Electric Company for $590,900
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will review three variance requests from Harvey Coombs. Each request seeks a 4 ft variance from 10 ft side setbacks to allow for the construction of single-family residences.
- Variance request for single-family residence at 200 12th Ave
- Variance request for single-family residence at 202 12th Ave
- Variance request for single-family residence at 204 12th Ave
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will discuss the 2021-2022 annual budget and tax rate. The meeting includes votes on new fee schedules for building permits, wastewater, and golf, as well as several infrastructure contracts.
- Resolutions 21-18 and 21-21 regarding general obligation public improvement bonds not to exceed $6,995,000
- Unit price paving contract for $1,324,676.25 to Vulcan Materials Company
- Engineering services proposal for a new wastewater treatment plant for $185,000 from Griggs and Maloney, Inc.
- Rezoning of three parcels on 22nd Avenue East from R7 high density residential to MRO multiple residential and office
- Police Department purchase of a 2021 Dodge Durango for $31,160.18
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Springfield Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review a variance request for a residential project. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from March 9, 2021.
- Variance request from Brandon Russell for a 22 ft. front setback (3 ft. reduction) at Leota Street & 17th Ave. W for a single-family residence
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board will discuss updates to the FY 2021 annual budget and new fee schedules for building, mechanical, and gas piping permits. The meeting includes proposals for two property annexations and several utility department contracts.
- Ordinance 21-01: Amending the fiscal year 2021 annual budget
- Resolution 21-09: Annexing 15.30 acres owned by Clay Jones Construction, LLC
- Resolution 21-10: Annexing 5.00 acres owned by Equity Trust Company
- CSXT Drainage Project Change Order #1 with Garney Construction for $6,156.04
- Water treatment plant filter rehabilitation bid for Tech Coat, Inc. for $212,242.00
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will discuss amendments to the fiscal year 2021 budget and new fee schedules for cemeteries and building permits. The meeting includes proposals to annex land in the 9th Civil District and a presentation on wastewater optimization. The body will also consider utility rate adjustments and several service contracts.
- Ordinance 21-01 to amend the fiscal year 2021 general fund and utility fund operating budgets
- Resolution 21-09 to annex 15.30 acres owned by Clay Jones Construction, LLC on Wallace Road
- Resolution 21-10 to annex 5.00 acres owned by Equity Trust Company on Lahr Road
- Engineering services contract amendment with Griggs & Maloney, Inc. for $8,500 for the Greenbrier pump station replacement
- Pyro Shows contract for 4th of July fireworks totaling $13,500
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve previous minutes and consider one new business item. A request has been made for a setback variance to allow for a porch extension.
- Variance request for 406 Short 20th Ave to reduce 25 ft. setback by 8 ft. for a porch extension
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for the City Attorney position. The body will discuss and possibly take action on appointing a City Attorney.
- Interviews for City Attorney position
- Possible appointment of a City Attorney
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will discuss budget amendments, utility rate adjustments, and the issuance of general obligation refunding bonds. The meeting includes a public hearing on sewage disposal ordinances and several contract awards for city infrastructure.
- Resolution 21-05: Issuance of approximately $26,970,000 in general obligation refunding bonds
- Ordinance 20-24: Public hearing and second reading to replace the 'Sewage Disposal' chapter of the Municipal Code
- Contract award of $1,441,860 to Moss Welding for natural gas main extensions
- Resolution 21-01: Conveyance of surplus real property to the Robertson County School System
- Letter of credit approvals for Belle Haven Subdivision ($333,191) and The Flats at Mooreland Subdivision ($535,130)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Springfield Municipal Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review a request for a conditional use permit. James and Gwendolous Martin are seeking permission to operate a funeral home at 310 21st Ave. W.
- Conditional use permit request for a funeral home at 310 21st Ave. W.